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Teenagers and illegal drugs: a quick guide for parents

Number 7 August 2009
For parents

The use of illegal drugs by teenagers is not as common as most people believe. The media often suggests that the majority of young people are smoking cannabis or trying ecstasy or amphetamines. However, the reality is that most teenagers have never even tried illegal drugs.

This fact sheet looks at strategies for helping your teenager avoid the pitfalls of illegal drugs.

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